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Satellites receive package from Government
Thursday December 31, 2009
President John Evans Atta Mills on Thursday fulfilled his promise to the Black Satellites by presenting them with their package for their victorious feat at the last FIFA U-20 World Cup. The Satellites beat Brazil 4-3 on penalties to become the first African side to lift the ultimate at the championships n Egypt since its inception in...read more
NEW YEAR MESSAGES FROM MEN OF GOD
Wednesday December 30, 2009
As Ghanaians ready themselves to welcome the dawn of a new year (2010) the country’s religious leaders and bodies have sent New Year messages to the nation, which primarily impress on the citizenry to adopt positive attitudes and lifestyles to ensure socio-economic advancement.
The common theme that runs through the messages is unity,...read more
Car Snatcher In Custody Attempts To Slash Throat
Wednesday December 30, 2009
In an attempt to escape prosecution, a member of a car snatching gang, Adom Solomon, 23, on Tuesday attempted to commit suicide by slashing his throat while in custody at the La District Police Station in Accra.
The La District Police Command has since the beginning of the year been on the heels of the members of the gang who operated within...read more
Distribution Of Free School Uniforms Begins
Wednesday December 30, 2009
The government yesterday started distribution of free school uniforms to pupils in deprived communities, giving a boost to its efforts at rigorously developing basic education in the country.
The distribution, which was launched by the First Lady, Mrs. Ernestina Naadu Mills, in Kwao-Larbi, a very deprived community in the Awutu-Senya District...read more
Former Prez Kufuor Consoles Dan Lartey\\\\\\\'s Family
Wednesday December 30, 2009
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has extended his condolences to the Family of Mr. Dan Lartey, Founder and Leader of the Great Consolidated Popular Party (GCPP), saying he is “shocked” by news of his pass away.
A statement issued and signed by Mr. Frank Agyekum, Spokesperson for the Former President described Mr. Lartey as a...read more
First National Loans and Savings Bank To Increase Customer Base
Wednesday December 30, 2009
First National Loans and Savings, one of the fastest growing banking service providers in the country has set itself a target to reach 100,000 customers next year.
According to the company, plans are also far advanced to double its current 20 branches throughout the country by the end of next year.
The chairman of the board of firectors...read more
NPP Needs New Breed Of Leaders - Effah-Dartey
Wednesday December 30, 2009
\"The New Patriotic Party (NPP) can only come back to power in 2012 if they involve new breed of leaders.”
Mr. Nkrabea Effah Dartey, former Member of Parliament for Berekum disclosed this to the media during his submission of forms to enable him vie for the position General Secretary of NPP.
He said, if voted for and assumed the...read more
Group Cleans STC Yard Of Filth
Tuesday December 29, 2009
Members of the Discipline and Honest Clean-Up group have conducted a clean up exercise at the State Transport Corporation (STC) to rid the place of filth. The exercise last Wednesday December 17 began at 7 am and ended at 12 pm with all food sellers within the premises participating. In an interview with the Times, Madam Afia Serwaa,...read more
Regional Minister Warns Against Frequent Oil/Gas Workshops
Tuesday December 29, 2009
Mr Paul Evans Aidoo, the Western Regional Minister, on Wednesday expressed concern about the organization of workshops on oil and gas in the Metropolis under the pretext of helping the youth to secure the sector.
\"The youth have been anxious to have jobs with the oil companies and some people are organizing workshops and courses, which...read more
JUSAG Presents Motor Bikes To Members
Monday December 28, 2009
The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has presented 15 motor-cycles valued at GH¢20,007.36 to 15 of its members in the Upper East Region, at a ceremony here.
Presenting the bikes to the beneficiaries, Mr. Adia Abdul-Latif, National President of JUSAG stated that the motor cycles were acquired by the association from...read more
